Jimmy Gialelis, LMT, BCTMB

Jimmy Gialelis, LMT, is a national board certified clinical practitioner passionate about clients actualizing maximum health gains. A member of the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame, he contributes to the Massage & Bodywork Licensure Exam as an exam item writer. He maintains a continuing education business, Advanced Massage Arts & Education, along with his private practice studio in Tempe, AZ.

Here are my most recent posts:

The Benefits of Gua Sha: Chinese Scraping Method

September 27th, 2021

Discover the healing modality of Gua Sha and its traditional application. Learn about the many benefits of this Chinese scraping method that have been confirmed in research studies, as well as the author’s own findings during Gua Sha sessions in private practice.

The Benefit of Foam Rollers for Clients and Massage Therapists

August 10th, 2021

Learn how foam rollers benefit your massage clients, its role as a self-care tool for yourself, and 6 things to consider before purchasing a foam roller.

A Guide to Understanding Independent Contracting vs. Employee Status

July 19th, 2021

This article defines key terms and creates a clear distinction between self-employed and employee status designations for massage therapists.

The Role of Stress in the Development of Tension Headaches

April 12th, 2021

April is Stress Awareness Month. Discover what a tension headache is, the role stress plays in developing this type of headache, and how massage therapy can help relieve them.

Massage Therapy Considerations for Multiple Sclerosis Patients

February 28th, 2021

March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month. Find out the best massage techniques to use with MS patients.

3 Types of Clientele May Increase in 2021

February 5th, 2021

Becoming confident and proficient with these 3 populations will give you a greater chance to thrive this year.

Massage Therapists: Strengthening Your Immune System

January 8th, 2021

Keeping a strong, healthy immune system is key to maintaining your massage practice in today’s climate. Bolstering your immunity will allow you to work with greater confidence that you will stay healthy. In this article, you’ll find many alternative methods for boosting immunity, including herbs, foods, essential oils, and vitamins + 12 more tips!

Top 10 Massage Tools and Trends for 2021

December 10th, 2020

As evolution unfolds in the massage therapy industry, it behooves every therapist to track the latest tools and trends of the industry. Here are the top 10 tools and trends to follow this coming year!